For the past year, a popular driver from New Hampshire has been in the battle of his life.

Jim Boniface, a regular at Monadnock Speedway and occasional Valenti Modified Racing Series participant, was diagnosed with lymphoma in the summer of 2012. Since then, fans and fellow competitors alike have shown their support.

Recently, Boniface received treatment in New York, including a surgery on his lungs, but returned home to Winchester, N.H., a couple weeks ago.

Theresa Brissette Kimball has set up a fund to raise money for Boniface's medical expenses. Close to $1,000 has been raised in the last 24 days, with a goal of $5,000.

VMRS NEWCOMER: After winning the Lites division championship of the Northeastern Midget Association, Carl Medeiros Jr. is ready for a new challenge.

Myracenews.com reported Thursday that Medeiros, a 17-year-old driver from Westport, will make his Valenti Modified Racing Series debut next season. His family purchased a car formerly driven in the series by Anthony Nocella.